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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1962
Page
2
Partial newspaper masthead from January 31 1962 shows editors publishers and staff roles. Mentions Lawrence Kansas publication and Associated Press membership with postal and subscription details.
Southern Congressmen oppose Kennedy plan to create a new federal department. The main question is whether to establish the department, not who will head it, though Weaver’s nomination as a Black appointee is discussed. Critics warn against racing to federal control over local affairs and favor waiting for the issue’s resolution.
State Senator Clark Kuppinger floats a new university for the Kansas City area to serve "superior students" with strict entry standards. He alleges KU admits weaker students, a claim a KU official calls far out of line, and advocates expanding existing facilities over creating a new campus.
Kansas State Rep. Ernest A. Unruh introduces a House resolution opposing Communist presence on state college and university campuses. He urges greater teaching of representative democracy principles and cites concerns that Communist publications target youth to gain audience and acceptance on campuses.
The piece notes a debate sparked by a Russian official's World Crisis Day appearance at KU. It questions how Americans can study enemies without face-to-face contact and warns against bans that could extend to Republicans Democrats or Americans visiting campuses.
A 1952 snapshot notes 5850 spring KU enrollment, Federated Women's Club of Lawrence formation, K State beat KU 49 45 in basketball, five Lawrence High boys named for Summerfield exams. Also 1937 items on anniversary, a D C voice study, and death penalty measures.
A religious note cites Luke 18 1 and asks readers to pray without fainting. It asks God to hear the prayer and guide daily life to honor and glorify Jesus. The piece closes with a blessing in Jesus name from Ames.
James T. Aubrey, president of CBS TV, tells FCC inquiry ads do not irritate viewers. The piece argues commercials disrupt programs and suggests an irritation index to rate advertising impact. Networks rely on ratings, but the reader questions the vanity of constant and blatant ads.
Dr Molner explains post nasal drip and chronic infections can cause bad breath beyond teeth. He notes smoking, sinus issues, and nasal diseases as factors and urges reducing or stopping smoking to improve breath. The column includes medical advice on rheumatic fever recurrence with penicillin and kidney stone care and debunks cod liver oil for arthritis.
Social notes recount Sal Mineo dining at the Four Seasons with Mrs. Robert Wagner at a nearby table. A mutual friend asked if the mayor's wife could help with Mineo’s canceled driver’s license, noting the mayor’s own ticket. Other items mention Justice Douglas, Rev. Robinson’s charity dinner, Rosemary Clooney’s armory gig, JFK praise, and Paddy Chayefsky liking absurd theater.
Travel note reports Adm. Rickover offering the first ride in the world’s first atomic powered submarine to Dr. Maurice M. Shapiro, head of cosmic ray research, who declines preferring the second ride. The piece also previews Shapiro’s family science interest and other rounded notes from entertainment and science pages.
New York AP columnist Hal Boyle reflects on bygone rural and urban life. He recalls cheaper travel and lodging, postal rates, fashion, social customs, and everyday conveniences that contrasted sharply with modern costs and norms. The piece blends nostalgia with humorous social observations.
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